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31/100Commuter
Power/Weight
0.04 hp/kg
Top Speed
40 km/h
Torque
2 Nm
Engine
49 ccm
Technical Overview
1977 Puch Maxi Sport Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 1977 Puch Maxi Sport scooter motorcycle, Puch utilizes a 48.8 cc (3 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 1.5 HP (1.1 kW) at 4,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 2.1 Nm (1.5 lb-ft) at 3,000 rpm. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 38.0 x 43.0 mm (1.5 x 1.7 inches) with a 9.2:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Maxi Sport measures 39 kg (86 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 483 mm (19 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,120 mm (44.1 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry.
Power Band Window
3,000–4,500 rpm
Standover Height
483 mm (19 in)
Engine
Displacement48.8 ccm (2.98 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Power1.5 HP (1.1 kW)) @ 4500 RPM
Torque2.1 Nm (0.2 kgf-m or 1.5 ft.lbs) @ 3000 RPM
Compression9.2:1
Bore x Stroke38.0 x 43.0 mm (1.5 x 1.7 inches)
CoolingAir
Performance
Top Speed40.2 km/h (25.0 mph)
Chassis
Wheelbase1120 mm (44.1 inches)
Ground Clearance100 mm (3.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre2.00-17
Rear Tyre2.00-17
Front BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight39.0 kg (86.0 pounds)
Power/Weight0.0385 HP/kg
Seat Height483 mm (19.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Alt. Seat Height533 mm (21.0 inches) If adjustable, highest setting.
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